SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1928 ILLNESS OF E. P. SESSIONS A letter from Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, informs us of the somewhat serious illness of E. P. Sessions at his home in Berkeley. Mr. Sessions is one of the old pioneer residents of this valley and his many friends deeply regret to hear of his illness and hope to hear soon of his complete recovery. While bringing coal from the basement at his home, on January 20th, he was stricken with what proved to be blood clots, one of which settled in his right arm and a slight one on the brain. For a time, the doctors thought that it would be necessary to amputate the lower portion of his right arm but a change of "for the better" came and now the doctors are well pleased with his condition. His address is 1825 Monterey Ave., Berkeley, Cal. DIES FROM EFFECT OF BURNS A. L. Turin, who was herding sheep for E. Zaulet, near Eagleville, was horribly burned night last week and was taken to Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium at Alturas, were he died Friday morning. No details of the terrible accident has been obtained, as the man was alone in the camp when it occurred; his bed and tent caught fire and burned up and he managed some way to get out and lay in the snow for a long time, when his camp tender found him in the horrible condition as stated above. His remains were shipped to Los Angeles, accompanied by Mr. Zaulet. Mrs. Ann Bucher, an old time and highly esteemed resident of Bidwell, died there last Thursday. Details next week. (8:1) Mrs. T. H. Johnstone has been seriously ill during the past two weeks and her condition we are told is somewhat critical. News was received here today that Dr. J. Y. Whittier, of Roseville, was killed in an automobile accident yesterday. No particulars. (8:1) Born – At Santa Ana, Cal., Jan 23, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Wilbur, a son: weight 6-pounds and 13 ounces. – James Clark Wilbur Born – At Mrs. Wilson’s Hospital at Alturas, cal., Jan 22, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gloster, a son, weight six pounds: Dean Francis Gloster Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Lake arrived here last Saturday to be at the bedside of their daughter, Mrs. Willie Royce, who has been quite ill during the past three weeks. Miss Katherine Lake, 16-years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. c. D. Lake, died at Lakeview one day last week from infantile paralysis. Her parents, nine brothers and sisters and many friends deeply mourn her loss. (8:1) The banks of the Pit river were full to overflowing Monday morning but tom Gloster placed his foot crosswise in the river just above town which squirted a large volume of water into the Dorris reservoir and saved Alturas from taking an impromptu bath. (Are they trying to say he had big feet?) Mrs. Carl Kober and Mrs. W. G. Ballard, who underwent surgical operations at Mrs. Rose Wilson’s Sanitarium, are both recovering, we are pleased to state. Dr. Kennedy, of this place, yielded the surgical knife and was assisted by Dr. Gibson, Dr. Stiles, Mrs. Wilson and Miss Frances Thomas. Mrs. Rufus Ward and daughter, Miss Hope, left last Saturday for Berkeley; Mrs. Ward has been failing in health and hoping that a change of climate may prove beneficial. Her many friends, in this valley hope that she will recover speedily. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1928 SUDDEN DEATH OF JIM YOW Jim Yow, a native of China, died suddenly last Monday night at the Cressler Ranch in Guano Valley, Nevada and the remains were brought here for interment, which took place this afternoon at 2 p.m. It seems that he was in usual health on Monday and died sometime during the night from natural causes. Jim Yow was well-known in Surprise, he having come here when a boy; and for fourteen years was the chief cook at the old Golden Eagle Hotel here. Although of Chinese descent, he seldom associated with his countrymen and for many years was a trusted employee of Miller & Lux on their properties in Nevada and at the time of his death was sixty odd years of age. He was always genial, honest and obliging and has many warm friends in this valley and Nevada who sincerely regret his passing. (1:1) Born – At Cedarville, Cal., January 29, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Cambron, a daughter, Audrey Ruth Cambron, weight 8 ½-pounds. FATAL AUTO ACCIDENT Dr. J. Y. Whittier, for some years a resident of this place, was killed in an auto accident last Wednesday and his wife sustained a broken arm, a broken rib and a broken shoulder. It seems that the doctor and his wife were returning from San Francisco to their home at Roseville and when on the causeway, near Sacramento, the Dr. Saw through the heavy fog what he thought to be the rear light of an auto, he swerved his machine to one side to avoid a collision and the car skidded on the wet pavement and went through the railing to the ground twenty feet below. The light proved to be a red lantern, which had been placed there for a danger signal. The remains of the doctor were buried in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Sacramento, the Odd fellows of that place conducting the funeral, he being a member of Cedarville Lodge, No. 249. The friends of Dr. Whittier and wife are truly grieved to hear of the sad accident and tragic death. (8:1) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1928 DEATH OF E. P. SESSIONS E. P. Sessions, for many years a prominent resident of Fort Bidwell, died at his home in Berkeley, aged 74 years. For the past several years, he and his wife have resided at Berkeley. While at Bidwell, he was always energetic in all things pertaining to community affairs, and his many friends deeply regret to hear of his death. He leaves his wife and an only daughter, Mrs. Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, to whom the sympathy of many friends is extended. The remains have been brought to Bidwell and the funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from the Session Ranch, near Fort Bidwell, under the auspices of Morrila Lodge, No. 291, I.O.O.F., of Fort Bidwell, of which Lodge he was a charter member. E. P. Sessions was a man of honor, as a citizen and Odd Fellow, both in Modoc County and Berkeley, where he was equally wee-known in fraternal circles and was an Odd Fellow for fifty years and was at one time a member of Cedarville Lodge. He leaves to mourn his death, besides wife and daughter, a sister, Mrs. W. F. Lemburger, of Carson City, Nevada and one brother, A. H. Sessions, of Fort Bidwell. (1:1) HARRY CALDERWOOD PASSES Harry Alvin Calderwood, widely known in Lake County, Oregon, stockman, died last Friday, January 27, 1928, at the Hunter’s Hot Springs Sanitarium at Lakeview, Oregon, after an illness that extended over two years. Funeral service were held Sunday afternoon at the Fort Bidwell Church, with rev. Ira F. Rankin, of the local Methodist Church at Lakeview, officiating. Harry Calderwood was born at Fort Bidwell, Cal., 48 years-years ago; although much of his life had been spent in Lake County, where he had been engaged in the stock business with his brother. Harry Calderwood was of a kind and charitable nature: a ready disposition to do for others and good turn in his power. We hope to meet him again on the other side "Over on the Hills of God." Surviving relatives are his mother, Mrs. Mary J. Calderwood and four brothers, Nelson, Thomas, Frank and Edgar Calderwood. (1:1) Mrs. Carl Kober was brought over from Alturas Monday by her husband. She had been at the Wilson’s hospital at Alturas for several weeks, where she underwent surgical operation. Hickman, the brutal murderer of little Marian Parker was sentenced by the court yesterday to be hanged on April 27th. In the meantime, no doubt, his lawyers will endeavor to get a new trial. Married – At Lakeview, Oregon, February 8, 1928, William Prewitt and Miss Mary Spangler, both of Long Valley, Nevada. The newly weds will reside in Long valley. The Record extends congratulations. Dr Kennedy was called to Alturas last week to perform an operation on Mrs. A. Boyd and the lady is at Wilson’s Hospital, where he recently performed a number of operations and all of them have been successful and the patients have all recovered. Dr. Kennedy is one of the most skillful surgeons and physicians in the State and is meeting with remarkable success. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1928 Mrs. Rheas Hawkins and Mrs. and Mrs. Hartley, of Lakeview, was here Sunday on a visit to Mrs. Margaret Rinehart. They were all entertained at dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Sizer. Mrs. Hawkins is a sister of Mrs. Rinehart. Mrs. Lizzie Wimer is reported quite ill with the flu this week. Mrs. Edgar Harris and babe arrived here last week from Manteca, where she spent the winter with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hill. A SAD TRAGEDY A man named Declute was shot and killed at Alturas one night last week by Cassie Turner, a Pit River Indian girl. It seems that the shooting was a result of drunken orgy by the girl and Declute, in which the girl states that Declute wanted her to marry him and on her declining he told her to shoot him thru the heart, which she did. It is said that one gallon jug of whiskey and another gallon jug partially full of the same beverage was found in the box car, where the tragedy took place, were mute evidence of the killing. It is almost useless to warn the public of the danger of drinking, the damnable stuff that is being placed on the market by the bootleggers, for the people will drink it until something more horrible than the above case occurs, when it is barely possible that that will awaken to the danger involved. (8:2) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1928 Mrs. T. H. Johnstone, who has been very ill during the past month is still in a very critical condition. Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Benner received the sad news of the death of Mrs. A. L. Benner, of Napa, which occurred at that place last Friday. (1:1) It is reported that a young man named Thomas Sweeney, who resides near Lake City, attempted suicide last Friday evening with a 22-rifle; but the gun slipped and the shot passed through his arm causing a slight wound. Word was received last Saturday that Norman Buck, of Whittier, had fallen and broken one of his ankles. Mr. Buck is well known here and his friends are very sorry to hear of his misfortune. Charles F. Cummins received a message last Sunday stating that Clarence G. McCloud, formerly of this place, died at Sacramento on Saturday evening; death was caused from pneumonia. (4:5) ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Modoc County, California "The Last Frontier" www.rh2o.com/modoc --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus.

"SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1928 Charles F. Cummins received a message last Sunday stating that Clarence G. McCloud, formerly of this place, died at Sacramento on Saturday evening; death was caused from pneumonia." I didn't notice that that there was an obituary for Mr. McCloud in the next edition. Does anyone know of one? or anything more about him? I know he married Ella May Prior, but don't know when they were married nor when they moved to Sacramento. Last info I have is their appearance in the 1920 Census for Dewey Twp., Modoc Co., CA. Sue, Iowa ----- Original Message ----- From: Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds<mailto:r3346@sunset.net> To: CAMODOC-L@rootsweb.com<mailto:CAMODOC-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, April 04, 2005 12:12 PM Subject: [CAMODOC] SVR 2/1928 SURPRISE VALLEY RECORD – CEDARVILLE, MODOC COUNTY, CAL. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 1928 ILLNESS OF E. P. SESSIONS A letter from Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, informs us of the somewhat serious illness of E. P. Sessions at his home in Berkeley. Mr. Sessions is one of the old pioneer residents of this valley and his many friends deeply regret to hear of his illness and hope to hear soon of his complete recovery. While bringing coal from the basement at his home, on January 20th, he was stricken with what proved to be blood clots, one of which settled in his right arm and a slight one on the brain. For a time, the doctors thought that it would be necessary to amputate the lower portion of his right arm but a change of "for the better" came and now the doctors are well pleased with his condition. His address is 1825 Monterey Ave., Berkeley, Cal. DIES FROM EFFECT OF BURNS A. L. Turin, who was herding sheep for E. Zaulet, near Eagleville, was horribly burned night last week and was taken to Mrs. Wilson’s Sanitarium at Alturas, were he died Friday morning. No details of the terrible accident has been obtained, as the man was alone in the camp when it occurred; his bed and tent caught fire and burned up and he managed some way to get out and lay in the snow for a long time, when his camp tender found him in the horrible condition as stated above. His remains were shipped to Los Angeles, accompanied by Mr. Zaulet. Mrs. Ann Bucher, an old time and highly esteemed resident of Bidwell, died there last Thursday. Details next week. (8:1) Mrs. T. H. Johnstone has been seriously ill during the past two weeks and her condition we are told is somewhat critical. News was received here today that Dr. J. Y. Whittier, of Roseville, was killed in an automobile accident yesterday. No particulars. (8:1) Born – At Santa Ana, Cal., Jan 23, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Wilbur, a son: weight 6-pounds and 13 ounces. – James Clark Wilbur Born – At Mrs. Wilson’s Hospital at Alturas, cal., Jan 22, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gloster, a son, weight six pounds: Dean Francis Gloster Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Lake arrived here last Saturday to be at the bedside of their daughter, Mrs. Willie Royce, who has been quite ill during the past three weeks. Miss Katherine Lake, 16-years old, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. c. D. Lake, died at Lakeview one day last week from infantile paralysis. Her parents, nine brothers and sisters and many friends deeply mourn her loss. (8:1) The banks of the Pit river were full to overflowing Monday morning but tom Gloster placed his foot crosswise in the river just above town which squirted a large volume of water into the Dorris reservoir and saved Alturas from taking an impromptu bath. (Are they trying to say he had big feet?) Mrs. Carl Kober and Mrs. W. G. Ballard, who underwent surgical operations at Mrs. Rose Wilson’s Sanitarium, are both recovering, we are pleased to state. Dr. Kennedy, of this place, yielded the surgical knife and was assisted by Dr. Gibson, Dr. Stiles, Mrs. Wilson and Miss Frances Thomas. Mrs. Rufus Ward and daughter, Miss Hope, left last Saturday for Berkeley; Mrs. Ward has been failing in health and hoping that a change of climate may prove beneficial. Her many friends, in this valley hope that she will recover speedily. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1928 SUDDEN DEATH OF JIM YOW Jim Yow, a native of China, died suddenly last Monday night at the Cressler Ranch in Guano Valley, Nevada and the remains were brought here for interment, which took place this afternoon at 2 p.m. It seems that he was in usual health on Monday and died sometime during the night from natural causes. Jim Yow was well-known in Surprise, he having come here when a boy; and for fourteen years was the chief cook at the old Golden Eagle Hotel here. Although of Chinese descent, he seldom associated with his countrymen and for many years was a trusted employee of Miller & Lux on their properties in Nevada and at the time of his death was sixty odd years of age. He was always genial, honest and obliging and has many warm friends in this valley and Nevada who sincerely regret his passing. (1:1) Born – At Cedarville, Cal., January 29, 1928, to Mr. and Mrs. Ben Cambron, a daughter, Audrey Ruth Cambron, weight 8 ½-pounds. FATAL AUTO ACCIDENT Dr. J. Y. Whittier, for some years a resident of this place, was killed in an auto accident last Wednesday and his wife sustained a broken arm, a broken rib and a broken shoulder. It seems that the doctor and his wife were returning from San Francisco to their home at Roseville and when on the causeway, near Sacramento, the Dr. Saw through the heavy fog what he thought to be the rear light of an auto, he swerved his machine to one side to avoid a collision and the car skidded on the wet pavement and went through the railing to the ground twenty feet below. The light proved to be a red lantern, which had been placed there for a danger signal. The remains of the doctor were buried in the Odd Fellows cemetery at Sacramento, the Odd fellows of that place conducting the funeral, he being a member of Cedarville Lodge, No. 249. The friends of Dr. Whittier and wife are truly grieved to hear of the sad accident and tragic death. (8:1) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 1928 DEATH OF E. P. SESSIONS E. P. Sessions, for many years a prominent resident of Fort Bidwell, died at his home in Berkeley, aged 74 years. For the past several years, he and his wife have resided at Berkeley. While at Bidwell, he was always energetic in all things pertaining to community affairs, and his many friends deeply regret to hear of his death. He leaves his wife and an only daughter, Mrs. Fred A. Ash, of Fort Bidwell, to whom the sympathy of many friends is extended. The remains have been brought to Bidwell and the funeral will be held Thursday afternoon from the Session Ranch, near Fort Bidwell, under the auspices of Morrila Lodge, No. 291, I.O.O.F., of Fort Bidwell, of which Lodge he was a charter member. E. P. Sessions was a man of honor, as a citizen and Odd Fellow, both in Modoc County and Berkeley, where he was equally wee-known in fraternal circles and was an Odd Fellow for fifty years and was at one time a member of Cedarville Lodge. He leaves to mourn his death, besides wife and daughter, a sister, Mrs. W. F. Lemburger, of Carson City, Nevada and one brother, A. H. Sessions, of Fort Bidwell. (1:1) HARRY CALDERWOOD PASSES Harry Alvin Calderwood, widely known in Lake County, Oregon, stockman, died last Friday, January 27, 1928, at the Hunter’s Hot Springs Sanitarium at Lakeview, Oregon, after an illness that extended over two years. Funeral service were held Sunday afternoon at the Fort Bidwell Church, with rev. Ira F. Rankin, of the local Methodist Church at Lakeview, officiating. Harry Calderwood was born at Fort Bidwell, Cal., 48 years-years ago; although much of his life had been spent in Lake County, where he had been engaged in the stock business with his brother. Harry Calderwood was of a kind and charitable nature: a ready disposition to do for others and good turn in his power. We hope to meet him again on the other side "Over on the Hills of God." Surviving relatives are his mother, Mrs. Mary J. Calderwood and four brothers, Nelson, Thomas, Frank and Edgar Calderwood. (1:1) Mrs. Carl Kober was brought over from Alturas Monday by her husband. She had been at the Wilson’s hospital at Alturas for several weeks, where she underwent surgical operation. Hickman, the brutal murderer of little Marian Parker was sentenced by the court yesterday to be hanged on April 27th. In the meantime, no doubt, his lawyers will endeavor to get a new trial. Married – At Lakeview, Oregon, February 8, 1928, William Prewitt and Miss Mary Spangler, both of Long Valley, Nevada. The newly weds will reside in Long valley. The Record extends congratulations. Dr Kennedy was called to Alturas last week to perform an operation on Mrs. A. Boyd and the lady is at Wilson’s Hospital, where he recently performed a number of operations and all of them have been successful and the patients have all recovered. Dr. Kennedy is one of the most skillful surgeons and physicians in the State and is meeting with remarkable success. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1928 Mrs. Rheas Hawkins and Mrs. and Mrs. Hartley, of Lakeview, was here Sunday on a visit to Mrs. Margaret Rinehart. They were all entertained at dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas B. Sizer. Mrs. Hawkins is a sister of Mrs. Rinehart. Mrs. Lizzie Wimer is reported quite ill with the flu this week. Mrs. Edgar Harris and babe arrived here last week from Manteca, where she spent the winter with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Hill. A SAD TRAGEDY A man named Declute was shot and killed at Alturas one night last week by Cassie Turner, a Pit River Indian girl. It seems that the shooting was a result of drunken orgy by the girl and Declute, in which the girl states that Declute wanted her to marry him and on her declining he told her to shoot him thru the heart, which she did. It is said that one gallon jug of whiskey and another gallon jug partially full of the same beverage was found in the box car, where the tragedy took place, were mute evidence of the killing. It is almost useless to warn the public of the danger of drinking, the damnable stuff that is being placed on the market by the bootleggers, for the people will drink it until something more horrible than the above case occurs, when it is barely possible that that will awaken to the danger involved. (8:2) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1928 Mrs. T. H. Johnstone, who has been very ill during the past month is still in a very critical condition. Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Benner received the sad news of the death of Mrs. A. L. Benner, of Napa, which occurred at that place last Friday. (1:1) It is reported that a young man named Thomas Sweeney, who resides near Lake City, attempted suicide last Friday evening with a 22-rifle; but the gun slipped and the shot passed through his arm causing a slight wound. Word was received last Saturday that Norman Buck, of Whittier, had fallen and broken one of his ankles. Mr. Buck is well known here and his friends are very sorry to hear of his misfortune. Charles F. Cummins received a message last Sunday stating that Clarence G. McCloud, formerly of this place, died at Sacramento on Saturday evening; death was caused from pneumonia. (4:5) ~~~~~~ Billie C. & Anita 'Jean' Reynolds Modoc County, California "The Last Frontier" www.rh2o.com/modoc<http://www.rh2o.com/modoc> --- Our outgoing mail is checked by Norton AntiVirus. ============================== Census images 1901, 1891, 1881 and 1871, plus so much more. Ancestry.com's United Kingdom & Ireland Collection. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx<http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx>